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Dacia Duster Mk1 (1.2): Full Service | Oil, Air Filter, Coolant, Sparks, Cabin Filter, Service Light
Today I'll be performing a major service on my 2017 Dacia Duster Mk1, with the Renault 1.2TCe petrol engine. I'll cover oil and oil filter, air filter, coolant renewal, cabin filter, spark plugs and resetting the service light.
Parts used:
Mobil 5W30 fully synthetic oil
Bosch P7231 oil filter
Renault Glaceol RX Type E coolant
Bosch R5501 charcoal cabin filter
Bosch S0343 air filter
4 x NGK ILKAR7F7G iridium spark plugs
Service reset app:
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.dfi.servicereset&hl=en_GB&pli=1
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - About this Duster
00:49 - Draining the oil
02:11 - Air filter change
03:00 - Oil filter change
05:46 - Oil refilling
08:04 - Coolant change
14:38 - Cabin filter change
16:11 - Spark plug check/change
19:30 - Service light reset
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Ford Focus Mk2: Door speaker replacement
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Two of the door speakers in my 2005 mark II Ford Focus have stopped working. So in this video I'm going to replace them with some aftermarket ones from a kit which is supposedly a straight swap... Link to my other video for door card removal and replacement: ua-cam.com/video/CeAxZ9LNG-A/v-deo.html Link to the speaker kit I bought (not affiliated): www.ebay.co.uk/itm/264990080475 Music used in t...
Ford Focus Mk2: How to remove and replace the door cards
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Just a quick video to demonstrate how to take off the door cards on a Mark II Ford Focus, and how to put the door cards back on afterwards! I recently upgraded the speakers on my Mark 2 Ford Focus Zetec, as they had stopped working, so I decided to record this quick how-to demonstration of removing the cards while I was at it. A full video about the speaker issues is coming soon, so subscribe n...
My MX5: More success this time? | Clutch slave & master cylinder replacement
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Today's mission is to change the clutch slave cylinder and clutch master cylinder on my Mk1 MX-5 (Miata), then re-bleed the whole system. During a recent service I discovered that the boot on the clutch slave cylinder had disintegrated, possibly due to a slow leak of fluid. I also had trouble when bleeding the system as the master cylinder didn't seem to be providing the correct pressure. So I ...
Rustival 2024! | The most eclectic mix of cool cars ever assembled
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This weekend, my mate Logan and I took Max up to the British Motor Museum to participate in the first ever Rustival - organised by Ian and Carly from Hubnut, Matt from Furious Driving and Steph form I Drive A Classic. I tried to capture a selection of cool cars which caught my eye, but there was SO MUCH more to see! Two entire car parks full of amazing vehicles from almost every era, from pre-w...
My MX5: Spring service. It was all going so well... 😫
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Spring has sprung (sort of) and its time to dust off Max and get him ready for a fun summer of adventures. With Rustival coming up in a few weeks, its time to get him ready for the road again with a full service, diff oil change and clutch fluid refresh... Easy right? ... Right...? 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Oil & oil filter change 02:01 - Air filter change (K&N Reusable) 03:38 - Diff oil change (an...
Ford Focus Mk2: How to clean the throttle body | 1.6 petrol
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In this video I walk through the process of cleaning the throttle body on a 2005 mark 2 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol. It's a pretty straightforward job which can really improve the throttle response and acceleration.
Ford Focus Mk2: How to replace the thermostat | 1.6 petrol
Переглядів 4,3 тис.8 місяців тому
Since getting this Mark 2 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol, I've noticed that the engine takes a very long time to warm up, particularly in cold weather, and also fluctuates a lot while driving. I suspect that the thermostat is stuck open, meaning that coolant is always flowing through the radiator and causing the car to take longer to get to temperature. In this video I set out to change the thermostat o...
Ford Focus Mk2: How to add bluetooth audio & USB charging ports
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Two small annoyances with my daily driver Ford Focus Mk2 are that the radio has no bluetooth connectivity, and the 12v lighter socket does not switch off with the ignition - if I leave a USB charger in the socket, it might run the battery flat if I leave the car parked for a few days. So in this video I'm going to add a bluetooth module to the radio which connects to the Aux input, and also ins...
2005 Ford Focus Mk2: What's it like after 19 years?
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My new daily driver is this 1.6 petrol Ford Focus MK2. It's covered a lot of miles in nearly 19 years on the road. In this video we take a look at the car and its features, then take it out for a drive to see how well it still performs on today's roads. 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - About the Mk2 Ford Focus 02:41 - About this particular Focus 03:38 - Engine (1.6 Duratec) 04:45 - Cabin 07:13 - Going for...
Channel update. And new daily driver!
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Things have been a little quiet on this channel recently, so I thought I'd give you all a little update on what's been going on. Also, I've got a new daily driver! My other UA-cam channels: Making a Home (DIY stuff): www.youtube.com/@makingahome_uk R&R (our travel adventures): www.youtube.com/@robandrach The Orphic Creative (my music channel): www.youtube.com/@TheOrphicCreative
My MX5: Can you go camping with a Mk1 MX5 (Miata)? [Part 2]
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This is a follow-up to my previous video, where I tried to figure out if it was possible to fit our camping equipment in the back of our Mk1 MX5. In this video, we have the real event! How successful was our actual camping trip? Did we manage to take everything we needed, or were we left wanting... Watch Part 1 here: ua-cam.com/video/RLqcOdupeSc/v-deo.html Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:20 How I packed...
My MX5: Can you go camping with a Mk1 MX5 (Miata)? [Part 1]
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In this video I set out to answer a pretty simple question: Can you go camping with a Mk1 MX5 Miata. More specifically, can you fit enough camping equipment in an MX5 for a short camping holiday, and still be comfortable? Let's find out... Watch part 2 here: ua-cam.com/video/o5B1AS3Cyi4/v-deo.html
My MX5: Gearbox Turret & Shifter Service
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Is your stick a bit floppy? Is it a bit hard to get it in? Chances are you need to service your gearbox shifter turret, and replace the nylon bush on the end of the shifter. There is also a lower shift boot and upper shift boot which wear out over time and need replacing. You'll also need to change the turret oil. This is our mission for this episode... Link to a shifter rebuild kit: www.mx5par...
My MX5: How to drain the fuel tank (I'm an idiot...)
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In this episode we take a look at draining the fuel tank on a Mazda MX-5 (Miata), and hear my sad tale of woe. What should you do if you accidentally put diesel in your petrol (gas) car? How much diesel in petrol is still safe to drive or run the engine? What is the acceptable amount of diesel in your gas? And what do you need to do to drain the tank of a Mazda MX5 Miata? Unfortunately I've had...
My MX5: Quick Winter Checkup
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My MX5: Quick Winter Checkup
My MX5: Full Service | Engine Gearbox & Diff Oil, Oil Air & Fuel Filter, Spark plugs, Coolant Change
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My MX5: Full Service | Engine Gearbox & Diff Oil, Oil Air & Fuel Filter, Spark plugs, Coolant Change
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 6 of 6: County Wexford
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 6 of 6: County Wexford
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 5 of 6: Dublin
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 5 of 6: Dublin
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 4 of 6: Ring of Kerry II
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 4 of 6: Ring of Kerry II
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 3 of 6: Ring of Kerry
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 3 of 6: Ring of Kerry
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 2 of 6: Dingle Peninsula
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 2 of 6: Dingle Peninsula
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 1 of 6: Fishguard - Rosslare Ferry, Journey to Killarney
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 1 of 6: Fishguard - Rosslare Ferry, Journey to Killarney
My MX5: Replacing the Auxiliary Belt
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My MX5: Replacing the Auxiliary Belt
My MX5: How to Replace the Instrument & Dashboard Lighting
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My MX5: How to Replace the Instrument & Dashboard Lighting
My MX5: Brakes - How to overhaul front and rear and bleed the system
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My MX5: Brakes - How to overhaul front and rear and bleed the system
MY MX5: Rear parcel shelf speaker install & restoration
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MY MX5: Rear parcel shelf speaker install & restoration
MY MX5: The Cursed Water Plug [How to replace the coolant blanking cap]
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MY MX5: The Cursed Water Plug [How to replace the coolant blanking cap]
My MX5: How to adjust the base idle
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My MX5: How to adjust the base idle
My MX5: Installing an R-Package Front Lip
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My MX5: Installing an R-Package Front Lip

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @fishypie
    @fishypie День тому

    please help. all my speakers have lost all bass and treable ,all very tiny, iv changed the radio and still the same

  • @JazzFunkNobby1964
    @JazzFunkNobby1964 7 днів тому

    Thanks. I need to do this on mine. Can anyone tell me is there a gasket or just that plastic thing he showed us in the video?

  • @chloechleo100
    @chloechleo100 10 днів тому

    Great video i didn't have a clue how to do it and where it was thank you so much.

  • @agaafear
    @agaafear 12 днів тому

    Focus Mk2 looks were as dull as ditchwater. 2.5 was better but neither matched the MK1 which, in my view, still looks great. I had one for a few years and loved it, even with the ‘plastic fantastic’ interior.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 11 днів тому

      @@agaafear Each to their own I guess 😊 The mk2 was definitely more conservative, but personally I prefer it now. But there's no doubt the mk1 was a masterful design. And they're both fantastic cars overall.

  • @rubenmorari939
    @rubenmorari939 19 днів тому

    Good video bro🫡 When the next video comes?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 11 днів тому

      @@rubenmorari939 Waiting for some time to film more 😁

    • @rubenmorari939
      @rubenmorari939 11 днів тому

      @@RobGMyMX5🫡

  • @LandenBMS
    @LandenBMS 23 дні тому

    What is Auto Link and where do I find them??

  • @JesseMartens-jo6go
    @JesseMartens-jo6go 28 днів тому

    Thank you for the video love my Focus 2004 300.000 km + still going strong 🎉❤😊

  • @andreitatarus989
    @andreitatarus989 Місяць тому

    I own a 2010 Ford Focus MK2, and I’m experiencing issues with the speakers. Currently, only the rear driver-side speaker and the front right tweeter are working. I’ve checked the wiring, and everything seems to be intact. Does anyone have any idea what the issue might be?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      This was the same issue I had. Never managed to get to the bottom of exactly why they stopped working. The speakers look fine, but just don't make any sound. My hypothesis is that the coils go bad inside the speakers due to moisture over the years. Swapping them out with new drivers like in my video has worked perfectly.

  • @siewiczrwl
    @siewiczrwl Місяць тому

    You are awesome. Thanks!

  • @keithingram44
    @keithingram44 Місяць тому

    The clutch does bite high mines a duel mass flywheel and I had it done last November and it’s still bites high

  • @keithingram44
    @keithingram44 Місяць тому

    I’ve got a 2007 57 plate 20l petrol ghia had it 12 years brilliant car and quite quick done 104 000 love the car

  • @marclaw4511
    @marclaw4511 Місяць тому

    I own a 1.4 2007 and a 1.6 zetec estate and are great cars.Have to keep an eye on sills for corrosion and use a suitable treatment.Regular oil changes are the secret to keeping them going.

  • @wernerviljoen8925
    @wernerviljoen8925 Місяць тому

    Well, I have 2 sitting in my driveway, a '96 Chico 1.3 and a '07 Chico 1.4, and I wouldn't trade them for anything else. Both cars are still going strong (my '96 has over 400 000 km's on the odometer), maintenance is cheap and fairly easy and most repairs can be done over a weekend and with a few cold beers. Any modern equivalent car simply lacks the Citi Golf's character and charm, and - sadly - nothing that VW builds nowadays is anywhere near as reliable.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Long may they last!

  • @garry_potta
    @garry_potta Місяць тому

    Im having a rough cold start idle too. Seems very common on the 1.6 petrol engine

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Yes I think so. Mine is the opposite actually - smooth idle on first start but lumpy when up to temp. But I've stopped trying to find the cause now and have just accepted it's a quirk of the car. It runs perfectly other than that.

  • @markwilliams8476
    @markwilliams8476 Місяць тому

    Really good video, just bought a 2018 mk1 petrol and intend to do own servicing. Do you have a link for the service reset dongle, i understand there are a lot of fake ones that wont work.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Glad the video was helpful 😊 Yes, you're correct, you need an OBD2 reader with a specific chip in it. Specifically, you will need an ELM327 Bluetooth reader V1.5, with the PIC18F25k80 chip. I made a how-to guide for resetting the service light, which has all the details you'll need: docs.google.com/document/d/1y9iLTUiTzP9no0Kjtzj1AflVg2NsCkzXug2KOzTQGn8

  • @user-jz8jf1xu6r
    @user-jz8jf1xu6r Місяць тому

    Please can you mention what tools and size used to remove the screws

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Sorry for the slow reply. I'm afraid I didn't note the exact size, but it was a standard size torx head - if you have a set of screwdrivers with the usual torx sizes, one of them should fit right

  • @stephenhill8806
    @stephenhill8806 Місяць тому

    Never lose your great English accent

  • @alfienaylor1587
    @alfienaylor1587 Місяць тому

    I’m not a huge fan of the pre-facelift’s interior, as the blue makes it feel a bit Citroën or Fiat-like to me, but I think the facelift had a great interior to go with its stunning looks. I drive a 2011 1.6 TDCi a few weeks ago and was amazed at how rapid it was compared to a Golf 1.6 TDI. However, that particular car let itself down as being the Sport model, it had the fancy enhanced radio, the wiring on which was buggered so that every time it cut out, the engine lights momentarily came on. And the sat nav moved on its own, so it was telling me what to do when I get off the motorway just as I was getting on it. It was still a hell of a lot more fun than the Mk3 1.6 petrol I drove a few weeks later. That was just gutless and boring.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Still need to try a TDCi, but the low down torque from a common rail diesel definitely makes it pretty nippy in urban environments

  • @kingzor100
    @kingzor100 2 місяці тому

    Thanks you very much. However my 2 door bolts were 8 not 10 XD

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Huh, that's very random!

  • @johnc9228
    @johnc9228 2 місяці тому

    We're did you get the trim level spec pictures

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      I downloaded a copy of the brochure. You can find it pretty easily with a google search

  • @lasvegascrisis
    @lasvegascrisis 2 місяці тому

    if you have ramps or jack the car up high enough to get under it...hug the bell housing, get long angled needle nose pliers & it's a lot easier than trying this from the top

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      @@lasvegascrisis good tip, thanks

  • @SammiPie
    @SammiPie 2 місяці тому

    my idles too low and sometimes cuts out on idle or coasting as you said, i’ll give this a go!

  • @Super8ball13
    @Super8ball13 2 місяці тому

    Hi Rob I don’t suppose you know where to find the EGR valve on that model of focus?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      Hey! Not a job I've done myself - there is no EGR on the1.6 petrol, only the diesel engines. But you should be able to find it at the back of the engine, it's fairly accessible but you need a special Clic-R clip release tool for the clamp on the pipework to the left of the valve.

  • @nicolasansom2681
    @nicolasansom2681 2 місяці тому

    I've got an MX5 too and looking for a cheap daily which is still fun. You might have solved my problem!

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      Yeah the MX5 has spoiled me - since I got it almost every other car is disappointing to drive! But surprisingly this Focus still manages to put a smile on my face, so I can definitely recommend it. The only thing to note is, as with any old car, things will need working on from time to time. But most jobs have been pretty easy so far. Fingers crossed!

  • @REBEKAHWOODWARD-u1l
    @REBEKAHWOODWARD-u1l 2 місяці тому

    Fab thank you! Just cleaned mine and stopped it cutting out 😊 Combined with 2CarPros video below to remove throttle. Both have excellent points to complete the job and prevent issues. ua-cam.com/video/20-Dyq3fmNA/v-deo.htmlsi=gD7lRqMmD6iX9Y9I

  • @rickybaskerville4489
    @rickybaskerville4489 2 місяці тому

    Just bought the st3 version of this pre facelift car, epic to drive!

  • @FocusRS500
    @FocusRS500 3 місяці тому

    Is the bass better or worse than stock speakers, the stock sony speakers are decent

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@FocusRS500 There is no difference at all in bass between the stock speakers and those aftermarket ones. They sound completely identical when listening

  • @RetroQGaming
    @RetroQGaming 3 місяці тому

    It looks like you got green LEDs for the HVAC and ashtray, but how about the dashboard itself? Since the MX5 has a natural green tint across the face so was that what it looks like with white LEDs coming through the green face or green LEDs going through the green face? Thanks for the great video detailing everything though, especially the exact bulb types. Those were always difficult to get a consensus online for. I'll be doing the same setup probably except maybe a white in the cupholder (replaces the ashtray) instead.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@RetroQGaming I went with green LEDs for everything because I didn't want the slightly faded yellow-green tint that the filter behind the dashboard provides - I wanted a nice crisp green all round. The only downside is that the red parts of the clocks (e.g. rev limit) look grey in the green light.

  • @Salmanazam123
    @Salmanazam123 3 місяці тому

    It's diesel or petrol?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@Salmanazam123 As mentioned in the thumbnail and in the video it's petrol

  • @kayachan5198
    @kayachan5198 3 місяці тому

    great video, will do my own research on the engine oil, i have heard and think you also did, that it’s ok to use the same oil for gearbox and diff? i’ve watched this in bed at 7am so probably missed it but what sockets/torx bits did you need for the whole thing? appreciate the video is years old so not expecting a reply but this vid is saved to my service playlist and will be referred to when i figure out how to get my mx5 jacked up! liked and subscribed

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@kayachan5198 Actually I made a bit of a mistake regarding the gearbox / diff oil. They use the same grade of oil, but the Redline MT90 is not the same as Redline 75w90. The MT90 is specifically designed for transmissions and has friction modifiers to help engage the synchros. If used in a diff this causes extra drag. So I actually changed the diff oil again later to Redline 75w90. Off the top of my head I can't remember the exact socket / bit sizes, but if you have a regular tool set with a range of sockets, and a set of Philips screwdrivers I think you'll be fine. I don't believe there are any torx screws on the MX5 from what I can remember.

    • @kayachan5198
      @kayachan5198 3 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 Amazing, thanks for the reply - I've figured out that a £50 socket kit from Halfords should have everything I need, I think I'm going to risk using the same 75W-90 GL4 oil in both the diff + gearbox

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@kayachan5198 Yeah any 75w90 oil will be fine in both, that is the manufacturer's specifications anyway.

  • @christopherfallguy592llang7
    @christopherfallguy592llang7 3 місяці тому

    Had 2002 mk1 zetec mk2 2007 zetec 2015 style diesel now have 2016 titiuman diesel😅

  • @xEmenthalerx
    @xEmenthalerx 3 місяці тому

    in which trim levels do they offered 1.6 tdci?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      Not too sure I'm afraid, I think probably all of them up to Zetec at least

  • @griffinbauer9082
    @griffinbauer9082 3 місяці тому

    Did this on my bb and I think it shorted it out

  • @alexmcwhirter6611
    @alexmcwhirter6611 3 місяці тому

    Hello Rob, at the time I also thought the Mk2 was bland and so I deliberately opted for a second hand Mk1. However today I appreciate the Mk2's design more than I ever did back in 2006. I hired a few Mk2s from Hertz at that time and I found it a more relaxing and comfortable long distance drive compared to the Mk1. Of the two Focus models I prefer Mk1 as I know I am driving a brilliant design which will become a modern classic.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Having driven both, I also definitely prefer the refinement of the Mk2. But you're right, I don't think it will ever become quite as desirable as a classic as the mk1 - it was a safe bet rather than a radical one. But I think in time people will still come to appreciate the Mk2, it represents one of the last modern cars which was still relatively unencumbered by overbearing technology.

  • @robsonmartins5587
    @robsonmartins5587 3 місяці тому

    Thank very much!! Now i'm able to replace my rear speaker on focus mk2 facelift!

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@robsonmartins5587 Glad I could help 😊

  • @vickybarker250
    @vickybarker250 3 місяці тому

    Can you help me with an aux I put please 😭 I have the same button for aux but no input thank you

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      The aux input was only fitted on certain models, but all the radios have an aux button, so it's quite common to have the button but no input unfortunately. If you don't want to go through all the steps in the video, you could get something like this instead: amzn.eu/d/06OoluVB You'll still need to remove the radio to plug this into the back though.

    • @vickybarker250
      @vickybarker250 3 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 thank you 🙌

  • @Gorgen2k
    @Gorgen2k 3 місяці тому

    Yeah got my self 2005 mk2 with 170,000kms on it, and still goes decently. The most stupid thing with the car is how you open the bonnet/hood with the damn key in the front, and yeah my lock went bad evently where on of the plastic arms broke of. So i had to open the hood with tiny tools to remove the two plastic screw under the hood to get the grill out so i could open the bonnet. Had bought a new key lock and everything but i then saw i could use the plastic arm that came with the new lock on my old lock so i just used it instead. So i dint have to use new keys and could still use my orginal key. And then you have the car windshield washer on the bonnet that is abit crap, as they can leak and they are placed right over the engine and water from the windshield washer can get down into the spark plugs killing them off. But found a solution for it with a Volvo shield. As the car shared platform with volvo " C30, S40, V50 " i could use it on my ford mk2. Part number : 30650468 Last problem for me now atm is my coolant is over time slowely gets lower. Did a pressure test and it was negative. Changed out he plastic beholder as they go bad after many heat/cold cycles. But still coolant slowley gets lower over time, and when the oil is changed you dont see any slush either.They also say the older the car gets the more coolant it will use. So yeah hopefull just s tiny leak on a cable somewhere or headcasket is bad. But not gonna change headcasket on a 20 year old car. If it goes it goes. Yeah that button on the handbrake got broken as well, i bought a new one. But just never could get it on the handbrake. The most nice with the car is the front window having Windshield Heater witch is very nice during the winter, and i have like 6 months of winter so it gets used alot.

    • @MonkeyHunch1
      @MonkeyHunch1 2 місяці тому

      HI if your coolant loss issue is on the 1.6 it is probably the thermostat housing on the front of the engine behind the alternator. It is nothing serious but the plastic housing degrades over time and does tend to leak even though it can be a tiny amount you do not notice. Cheap to buy the part and fairly easy to replace along with seals thermostat etc. Or you can just live with it and top up the coolant now and then. It leaks so little you do not find it until you look for it hidden away at the front of the engine. I have this problem on a MK1 but it is not to serious so have not changed it yet.

  • @puffpuffmcloud
    @puffpuffmcloud 3 місяці тому

    I haven't done this job yet, but according to Rod's manual, if you remove the clutch master cylinder caps, and fix a sheet of cling film over the top, it should help with the fluid not leaking out the end of the pipe when it's time to reconnect it to the slave cylinder.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      That's a smart idea. Probably will help a lot with the mess 😁

  • @Aryanshrestha5
    @Aryanshrestha5 4 місяці тому

    Why have u mixed 2 color (green and blue) coolant? I believe it is not recommended and it is not good for the engine cooling system when we mix 2 different color coolants. Correct me if am wrong.. 🤔

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      The green coolant is Renault Type D coolant, which I had spare. This has now been superceded by Renault Type E coolant, which has a few variations for environmental reasons, but is fully backwards compatible with Type D. So mixing them is not an issue.

  • @Case_
    @Case_ 4 місяці тому

    Yes, the high clutch bite point is a Focus thing. They're all like that, so rest assured there's nothing wrong with your car :)

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      Good to know, thanks! 👍 My plan was just to keep driving it until it started slipping anyway, so nice to know it's probably got plenty of life left

    • @hard2600
      @hard2600 4 місяці тому

      ​@@RobGMyMX5mine 2006 focus with 1.6 TDCi has this issue too, and I also thought it has some clutch issues, but then I watched "JayEmm on Cars" review about focus and he said these cars had this issue even when they were new. He said he learned how to drive on these and he always had a fear of stalling the car. Pretty interesting stuff

  • @bradsinnott1445
    @bradsinnott1445 4 місяці тому

    I have a 2006 focus sport 1.8tdci less then 120k on the clock, 2 focus owned and absolutely love them, Ford all the way for me but my hearts for the mk2 focus

  • @kandoit7527
    @kandoit7527 4 місяці тому

    I still have the 2005 zetec in the same tonic blue colour, I'm still smiling the value when I bought it for 8K, only grumble is 5 gears no sixth so noisy in long distance driving. I love this classic soon.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      Yes I agree, 6th gear would be great for motorway cruising, as would cruise control. Apparently this can be mapped into the ECU if one has the right steering wheel with the controls on it. Might look into this as a future project

    • @DC224gb64
      @DC224gb64 3 місяці тому

      ​@@RobGMyMX5 thats correct. You can even fit just the keys plus the mapping

  • @mistersecret88
    @mistersecret88 4 місяці тому

    So American spec Miatas have both master cylinder nuts in the engine compartment. U don't go inside. Yours is a pain. Lol

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      That's mad, lol! Can't understand why it would be different for different sides 🤔

  • @jeroendenny6430
    @jeroendenny6430 4 місяці тому

    Should I remove the battery before I start the job?

    • @vevos_
      @vevos_ 4 місяці тому

      You don't need to remove it. Simply disconnecting the negative terminal is enough.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      Yep just disconnecting is fine, but definitely needs to be done otherwise the ECU won't reset the throttle afterwards

    • @jeroendenny6430
      @jeroendenny6430 4 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 Another question: Some can clean it with a toothbrush without removing the throttle body. If I prefer to do it this way, I don't need to remove the battery? They mention not pushing the valve open manually if it's electronically operated, which could damage it. Instead, turn the ignition to power on (don't start the engine), then brace the accelerator pedal hard down inside the car to open the valve. How I know mine is electronically operated or not?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      @@jeroendenny6430 All mk2 Focus have an electronic throttle body, so this method will work. However, it will be difficult to clean both sides of the the butterfly valve properly with it still in place like this. You will still need to disconnect the battery afterwards for at least 15 mins or so, so that the ECU can recalibrate with the throttle body after it's been cleaned. Since it's relatively easy to take the throttle body out, I would recommend you take it right out so you can clean it properly

  • @Wolly9102
    @Wolly9102 5 місяців тому

    I sold my 2005 focus with 125.807 miles on it not too long ago. Indeed mechanically the car would feel like it could go on forever. But rust was starting to get to it.. :/. It's wasn't worth fixing it.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      Yeah there's a bit of rust starting to creep in on mine too. Should be saveable though I think

    • @Wolly9102
      @Wolly9102 4 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 If you get to it in time it will. It got the point where my rear brake would rust shut everytime I drove through rain/wet road. (And if I left the car for 2 days after that). I got it fixed once but It only lasted for 6 months

    • @MonkeyHunch1
      @MonkeyHunch1 2 місяці тому

      @@Wolly9102 erm your brakes rusting are not a rust issue lol. IT is just old brake drums needing replacing. Could be fixed for 60 quid . Oh how the mechanically inept waste money selling perfectly good cars.

  • @garry_potta
    @garry_potta 5 місяців тому

    I have a ford c max MK2 and it's basically the focus but bigger. It's so much fun to chuck around. You've talked me into buying one of these too for work. Thanks 😃

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      Excellent! Haven't tried the C Max but it has the same suspension so I'm sure it drives really well

  • @FSHerrante
    @FSHerrante 5 місяців тому

    It's not particularly dirty, in fact I don't think that level of dirt would cause a significant problem. The scenario is much worse with vehicles that use the EGR system. The problem you describe is also related to the IAC valve seen just above the oil dipstick attached to the engine with 2 screws at 01:20, which appears to be in poor condition.

  • @carfreaknazz
    @carfreaknazz 5 місяців тому

    I bought a 2nd hand 2006 Focus MK2 1.8 Ghia Sedan in 2016 in Malaysia, it was already 10 years old at the time.. Now it's 2024, the car is still solid.. And because it's such a rare car in this part of Malaysia, it quite a head turner too..

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      Excellent! And I would imagine rust is less of an issue there than here in the UK where they throw salt all over the roads in winter

  • @Richard2E0IKJ
    @Richard2E0IKJ 5 місяців тому

    Ahh that’s great just the video I needed, probably gone through a dozen previous how to videos your the one who solved it for me. Thank you chap you’re a star. One tip, five minutes and four quick easy bolts removes the drivers seat making it so much easier for the not so good contortionists for some of us with the heavier waste lines.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      Ah that's great! Glad you found it useful. Yes, removing the seat is a smart idea, it did occur to me afterwards! Oh well, a bit of yoga practice can't hurt I suppose 😄

  • @Marcellus_Brown
    @Marcellus_Brown 5 місяців тому

    I have a 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec. Rust is s big problem and had springs done on all corners. At 116,000 miles it drives well. Also had to have the whole exhaust replaced as the flexi had a hole in it.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      It's interesting how sometimes they seem to rust badly but in other cases they seem quite resilient. Mines is relatively rust free, but friends of mine had another one of exactly the same age and the entire subframe was like swiss cheese.

    • @MonkeyHunch1
      @MonkeyHunch1 2 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 some people just do not look after cars and think cleaning the underside is not something needed.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      @@MonkeyHunch1 I definitely think that's part of it, yes. Especially a car like the Focus which for most people is just an appliance

    • @MonkeyHunch1
      @MonkeyHunch1 2 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 i have always treated all my cars with care even the most basic ones. I made a Nissan Micra last 23 years of daily use :). I still drive an old Toyota that is 26 years old and fairly rust free. Even my old focus is 20 years old and still fairly solid.

    • @michealhaskell7258
      @michealhaskell7258 Місяць тому

      I have a Mk1 focus 2door - with an 1800cc engine. The car has done 170000miles and doesn't burn oil and can manage 40 miles per gallon on long runs!!